September 23, 2026

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NYC

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September 23, 2026 | NYC |

BITE is a one-of-a-kind event featuring the world’s hottest and fastest-growing beauty and wellness brands. Curated exclusively for industry professionals who seek access to the next generation of winning brands, BITE is the epicenter of discovery.

For one day only, BI will provide the perfect stage for founders and brand leaders to showcase their cutting-edge innovations to industry leaders who can experience them first-hand and in-person.

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RETAILERS

Leading buyers and merchants representing every channel and type of beauty retailer

BUYERS REGISTRATION

BRANDS

Founders and CEOs of emerging and scaled beauty and wellness brands

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VENDORS

Service & solution providers representing every function across the value chain

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INVESTORS

Beauty-focused investors providing capital to brands at every stage of brand building

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THE SHOWROOM

BITE’s Showroom is the ultimate destination for discovery—a stage where breakthrough brands showcase their stories, connect with key retailers, investors, and industry leaders, and cement their place in the future of beauty.

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We believe in elevating the entire beauty ecosystem. That’s why BITE’s conference sessions, powered by Beauty Independent, are meticulously designed to inform your strategy and provide actionable perspectives to guide and empower you on your journey. Featuring the industry’s top voices, you’ll learn how beauty’s all-stars have navigated real challenges—and unlock the knowledge you need to take meaningful steps forward

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PAST SPEAKER

ANGELINA PIZZULLI

Investor Relations & Advisory, Beauty Independent
Aaron Hefter

Founder & CEO, Imaraïs Beauty
Andy Coxon

Co-founder, AKT
Cristina Nuñez

Co-Founder & Partner, True Beauty Ventures
Ed Currie

Co-founder, AKT
Elana Drell-Szyfer

Industry Expert
Fernando Acosta

CEO, RoC Skincare
Helena Glazer

Creator & Editor, Brooklyn Blonde
Jared Pobre

Founder, Caldera + Lab
Jessica Tully

VP of Client Strategy, Force Brands
Jill Granoff

Senior Advisor, Eurazeo
Kate Oldham

SVP, Saks
Lisa Sugar

Partner, Sugar Capital
Maria Warrington

CEO, Beacon Wellness Brands
Martin Okner

CEO, Fromm International
Melisse Shaban

CEO, Aramore
Michelle LeBlanc

VP, Beauty, Personal Care & Hispanic Strategy Team, CVS
Neda Daneshzadeh

Co-Founder & Partner, Prelude Growth Partners
Nicole Eckels

Founder & CEO, Glasshouse Fragrances
Oshiya Savur

Chief Brand & Marketing Officer, Maesa
Renee Ogaki

Founder & CEO, OGAKI
Sarina Godin

Chief Product Officer & SVP of Operations & Wholesale, True Botanicals
Shamin Walsh

Managing Director, BAM Ventures
Tish Poling

President & Co-Founder, IPG
Nader Naeymi-Rad

Founder & Publisher, Beauty Independent